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The Tower of London (1962)

Roger Corman's "Tower of London" of 1962 is a great piece of Historical Horror and the team of Roger Corman and Vincent
Price is undoubtedly most famous for the adaptations of Edgar Allen Poe's works, but it would be unwise to ignore this
interpretation of William Shakespeare's play 'Richard III' as it's one of the duo's finest hours!

This same story was brought to the screen 23 years earlier with the 1939 film of the same name (also featuring Vincent
Price), but Corman's version, although obviously made on a limited budget is still a great version of the tale. The plot
features prominent themes of envy, greed and insanity, and the story of one of England's most famous rulers is
interesting for its own merits, and Corman's portrayal of it makes it interesting for fans of classic horror also.

The plot begins with the death of the Edward IV, Richard's brother. The throne is intended to go to the brother's son,
but King Richard has other ideas as he begins to murder all those that stand in his path to the most coveted seat in the
country. However, what he doesn't count on is his conscience getting in the way; and before long, he is being haunted by
the ghosts of his victims.

Every film in Corman's Poe Anthology is filmed in colour, but here Corman shoots on black and white film, and it does
the story no end of favours as the atmosphere always feel thick and foreboding, and gorgeous shots of smoke filled
locations help to increase the tension. The fact that the film stars the great Vincent Price is most definitely its
strongest element. Price is best at playing villains and people suffering from mental torment, and here he gets to do
both in the meaty role of King Richard III. Price's acting style certainly suits Shakespearian roles as he's never
afraid to go over the top, and I'm sure Corman was always happy to capitalise on this fact as Price is allowed to let
rip completely during many instances of the film. Price also manages to look sinister while he's being hammy, and just
small things such as the little hat that Price wears give him an understated villainy that suits the role like a glove.

The supernatural elements of the film are well utilised, and Corman is happy to capitalise on the horror aspects of the
play at all times. The ending is a little abrupt, but overall, this film is a definite 'hit' and one that shouldn't be
missed by Price, Corman and even Shakespeare fans!